The German state of Silesia is the glorious birthplace of the distinguished surname Schoenfeldarr. In the medieval era, Germany was fragmented and inhabited by numerous Barbarian tribes, who fought amongst themselves for control of the land. The ancient dukedom of Silesia derived its name from the Germanic tribe named the Silingers, who occupied Silesia between the 2nd and the 6th centuries.

Early Origins of the Schoenfeldarr family

The surname Schoenfeldarr was first found in Saxony, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in economic, political, and in particular military affairs.

Early History of the Schoenfeldarr family

Early History of the Schoenfeldarr family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Schoenfeldarr research.Another 359 words (26 lines of text) covering the years 1260, 1648, 1594, 1788, 1870, 1609, 1684, 1739 and 1793 are included under the topic Early Schoenfeldarr History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Schoenfeldarr Spelling Variations

Schoenfeldarr Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schoenfeld, Schoenfelder, Schonfelder, Schoenfeldt, Schonfeld and many more.

Early Notables of the Schoenfeldarr family (pre 1700)

Early Notables of the Schoenfeldarr family (pre 1700)

Prominent bearers of the family name Schoenfeldarr at this time were Johann Heinrich Schönfeld (1609-1684), a German Baroque painter; Johann Georg Schoenfelder, pastor of Fischamend, and his brothers Johann Moritz Schoenberger, Doctor of Medicine, and... Another 34 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Schoenfeldarr Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the Schoenfeldarr family to the New World and Oceana

Migration of the Schoenfeldarr family to the New World and Oceana

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johan Schonfeldt, who came to Philadelphia in 1733; as did Friedrich Schonfelder in 1737; and Christian Schonfeld in 1733. August Schoenfeld arrived in Philadelphia in 1876.